Insolvency in retreat: the numbers behind England and Wales’ surprise drop | Commercial Awareness Compass #41
Company insolvencies in England and Wales have taken an unexpected dip. In June 2025, the Insolvency Service recorded 2,043 cases, 8% lower than May and 16% lower than the same month last year. For a country still grappling with rising costs and fragile supply chains, the fall is striking.Yet one month of data does not guarantee a trend. Are companies genuinely becoming more resilient, or simply delaying the inevitable? Which industries remain most at risk, and how can lawyers advise clients to protect themselves from sudden shocks?The Commercial Awareness Compass by AllAboutLaw, helps you build your commercial awareness every week with a beginners, intermediate and advanced breakdown of a story from an expert lawyer and trainee solicitor host. This story was taken from a live conversation a few months ago. If you don't want to wait for these conversations, head over to the Commercial Awareness Compass to get them straight to your inbox each week. 🚀 Boost your commercial awareness: https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/commercial-awareness-compass
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Reputation on the ropes: when brands face public backlash | Commercial Awareness Compass #40
In an era where social media can propel a complaint to millions within hours, brand reputation has never been more fragile — or more powerful. One post, one misjudged partnership, one policy misstep: that’s all it takes to send years of brand trust into spiralling. But with the right commercial and legal strategies, damage doesn’t have to mean disaster.In this episode we explore how businesses build trust, manage crises, and rebuild when things go wrong, what effective brand protection really looks like from a lawyer’s perspective and why having a strategy is essential before the storm hits.The Commercial Awareness Compass by AllAboutLaw, helps you build your commercial awareness every week with a beginners, intermediate and advanced breakdown of a story from an expert lawyer and trainee solicitor host. This story was taken from a live conversation a few months ago. If you don't want to wait for these conversations, head over to the Commercial Awareness Compass to get them straight to your inbox each week. 🚀 Boost your commercial awareness: https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/commercial-awareness-compass
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Understanding public markets in flux with BCLP - Listings fade as bids multiply | Commercial Awareness Compass #39
Public listings in London have plunged to thirty‑year lows even as takeover bids soar.This episode BCLP explores the forces behind stalled IPO pipelines from shifting valuations to regulatory quirks, and reveals how law firms steer clients through the rising tide of acquisitions.More about BCLP:In the heart of London, you’ll find a dynamic office where nearly 700 lawyers tackle complex projects for leading global clients. You’ll quickly become immersed in a hub for high-profile work across sectors such as real estate, financial services and corporate transactions.Working closely with clients including over 30 FTSE 100 companies and more than 50 Fortune Global 500 companies, you’ll build strong relationships by delivering full-service, high-quality legal advice.Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. Our teams work seamlessly across practices and geographies, drawing on the expertise of our global offices and a network of over 100 market-leading law firms worldwide.Our open and supportive culture, combined with a commitment to exceptional service, has seen us grow to become one of the top-twenty law firms by London revenues.The Commercial Awareness Compass by AllAboutLaw, helps you build your commercial awareness every week with a beginners, intermediate and advanced breakdown of a story from an expert lawyer and trainee solicitor host. This story was taken from a live conversation a few months ago. If you don't want to wait for these conversations, head over to the Commercial Awareness Compass to get them straight to your inbox each week. 🚀 Boost your commercial awareness: https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/commercial-awareness-compass
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Digital backbone: Unpacking the data centre explosion with Clyde & Co | Commercial Awareness Compass #38
From uninterrupted power supplies to rigorous cooling requirements and airtight security measures, data centre deals have never been more complex. This episode explores the legal strategies that underpin one of Britain’s fastest‑growing industries.More about Clyde & Co:Clyde & Co is a global law firm providing a complete service to clients in its core sectors of insurance, transport, energy, infrastructure and trade & commodities. We’re growing and transforming our business and accelerating our clients’ success.The prospects for taking on new challenges and pursuing your potential have never been brighter. Our distinctive strength is our people. Sharp thinking, motivated and grounded, we believe the best ideas and solutions are co-created.We share our time and opportunities to contribute in positive, impactful ways. Collaboration and teamwork are at the heart of our culture where everyone can thrive. Here you’re empowered with autonomy to work your way. To embrace every opportunity to accelerate your career doing interesting, stimulating work. To learn and broaden your outlook with global teams and clients. Supported by thoughtful, inspiring colleagues and mentors.Our business is fast paced and demanding. The expectations and standards are high. You’ll be fully invested in growing yourself, your colleagues and our firm. Working together towards a shared goal – to consistently deliver exceptional outcomes and bring out the best in each other.Find out more at https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/clyde-coThe Commercial Awareness Compass by AllAboutLaw, helps you build your commercial awareness every week with a beginners, intermediate and advanced breakdown of a story from an expert lawyer and trainee solicitor host. This story was taken from a live conversation a few months ago. If you don't want to wait for these conversations, head over to the Commercial Awareness Compass to get them straight to your inbox each week. 🚀 Boost your commercial awareness: https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/commercial-awareness-compass
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Green foundations: BCLP on the ESG overhaul of real estate | Commercial Awareness Compass #37
With nearly two fifths of the world’s carbon output tied to bricks and mortar, investors, developers and occupiers face a new regulatory era. Our guest from BCLP examines how EPC ratings and MEE standards dictate lettability, the role of green lease drafting in aligning stakeholders, and the exemptions that could spare some buildings from costly retrofits. Hear the legal insights redefining sustainable property.More about BCLP:In the heart of London, you’ll find a dynamic office where nearly 700 lawyers tackle complex projects for leading global clients. You’ll quickly become immersed in a hub for high-profile work across sectors such as real estate, financial services and corporate transactions. Working closely with clients including over 30 FTSE 100 companies and more than 50 Fortune Global 500 companies, you’ll build strong relationships by delivering full-service, high-quality legal advice.Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. Our teams work seamlessly across practices and geographies, drawing on the expertise of our global offices and a network of over 100 market-leading law firms worldwide.Our open and supportive culture, combined with a commitment to exceptional service, has seen us grow to become one of the top-twenty law firms by London revenues.The Commercial Awareness Compass by AllAboutLaw, helps you build your commercial awareness every week with a beginners, intermediate and advanced breakdown of a story from an expert lawyer and trainee solicitor host. This story was taken from a live conversation a few months ago. If you don't want to wait for these conversations, head over to the Commercial Awareness Compass to get them straight to your inbox each week. 🚀 Boost your commercial awareness: https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/commercial-awareness-compass
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The Commercial Awareness Compass by AllAboutLaw helps you build your commercial awareness every week with a beginners, intermediate and advanced breakdown of a story from an expert lawyer and trainee solicitor host. This story was taken from a live conversation a few months ago. If you don't want to wait for these conversations, head over to the Commercial Awareness Compass to get them straight to your inbox each week. 🚀 Boost your commercial awareness: https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/commercial-awareness-compass
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